Wireless Systems Validation Engineer

Apple Inc.; Cupertino (CA); On-site; USD 178,000 - 265,000; Full time

Job summary

Apple Inc. is looking for a skilled engineer to perform design and evaluation of wireless technologies in Cupertino, California. This role involves analyzing RF systems and conducting certification tests against industry standards, requiring a Master's degree in Electrical Engineering and programming skills. The position offers competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits, including eligibility for restricted stock units and educational reimbursement.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical and dental coverage

Retirement benefits

Educational reimbursement

Employee stock purchase plan

Qualifications

• Master's degree or foreign equivalent in Electrical Engineering or related field.
• 2 years of experience related to RF transceiver systems.
• Experience with RF and Microwave circuits including power amplifiers.

Responsibilities

• Perform RF system evaluation and design for wireless technologies.
• Conduct certification testing of products.
• Execute root cause analysis and debug RF transceivers.

Skills

Theory and working of wireless technologies

Root cause analysis of test failures

Programming in Python, C, or Matlab

Education

Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Spectrum analyzer

Network analyzer

Wireless communication testers

Job description

Cupertino, California, United States Hardware

Description

APPLE INC has the following available in Cupertino, California and various unanticipated locations throughout the USA. Perform radio frequency (RF) System evaluation. Design and development of Wireless technologies for Apple’s products. Drive the Regulatory Wireless system design and development for Apple’s wireless products. Certification testing of products in conformance to industry and government standards such as 3GPP or FCC, CE, IC. Deep understanding of the physical layer design of one or more radio systems such as WLAN, BT, Cellular. Parametric evaluation of radio frequency products such as cellular phones, tablets and headphones. Perform root cause analysis, debug of test failures, and sub-optimal test results of RF transceivers. Design of test procedures and implementation of test plans on WLAN, Bluetooth, and cellular radios. Perform regulatory and 3GPP conformance tests on device and debugging various RF issues. Review schematic and layout of the design to identify issues and fixes. Spearhead management level communication for project status, risks and opportunities. International travel required 10%. 40 hours/week. At Apple, base pay is one part of our total compensation package and is determined within a range. This provides the opportunity to progress as you grow and develop within a role. The base pay range for this role is between $178,006 - $264,200/yr and your base pay will depend on your skills, qualifications, experience, and location.PAY & BENEFITS: Apple employees also have the opportunity to become an Apple shareholder through participation in Apple’s discretionary employee stock programs. Apple employees are eligible for discretionary restricted stock unit awards, and can purchase Apple stock at a discount if voluntarily participating in Apple’s Employee Stock Purchase Plan. You’ll also receive benefits including: Comprehensive medical and dental coverage, retirement benefits, a range of discounted products and free services, and for formal education related to advancing your career at Apple, reimbursement for certain educational expenses — including tuition. Additionally, this role might be eligible for discretionary bonuses or commission payments as well as relocation. Learn more about Apple Benefits: https://www.apple.com/careers/us/benefits.html.Note: Apple benefit, compensation and employee stock programs are subject to eligibility requirements and other terms of the applicable plan or program.

Minimum Qualifications

• Master’s degree or foreign equivalent in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, or related field and 2 years of experience in the job offered or related occupation.
• Experience and/or education must include:
• Theory and working of wireless technologies.
• RF transceiver system performance evaluation, modify and analyze RF circuit schematics and layouts
• RF test parameters related to wireless radio systems
• Root cause analysis of test failures of RF transceivers
• Programming skills in one or more programming language: Python, C, or Matlab
• Theory and operation of radio frequency (RF) test equipment such as spectrum analyzer, network analyzer, and wireless communication testers
• RF and Microwave circuits including transmission lines, power dividers, directional couplers, switches, and filters
• RF Power Amplifier Performance Metrics such as Gain, Power, Compression points, Intermodulation, Harmonics

Preferred Qualifications

• N/A

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